How to Make Basil Oil

How to Make Basil Oil

This 2-ingredient Basil Oil is super easy to make and tastes like summer. Basil oil packs one of my favorite sun-kissed ingredients into a bottle for you to use in the middle of winter, or right now! If you’re wondering how to make basil oil you’ll love this simple recipe.
What is Basil"
An incredibly fragrant herb that is part of the mint family, basil grows like a weed. In the mountain climate of Colorado, this herb is an annual that needs to be replanted each year. Basil is a nutrient dense plant used in both herbal medicine and numerous culinary traditions, including Italian and Asian cooking. Customarily used as the main ingredient in pesto, it’s also the perfect seasoning for meat, fish, pasta, and egg dishes.
What to do with Basil"
Sometimes my garden is overflowing with basil and I have more on hand than I can use. What to do with that bounty of basil" Take it to the neighbors" No, they have too much as well. The answer" Learn how to make basil oil.
How to Make Basil Oil
I tried making basil oil three ways –using whole, chopped, and minced basil leaves. The best outcome was with the leaves left in tact. Those that were cut began to degrade in the oil as they marinated. It makes sense if you think about it, like an apple that has been sliced, the flesh starts to oxidize and turn brown. You’ll notice that this recipes calls for more oil than it yields. That’s because you’ll lose some of the oil in the leaves while marinating.

How to Make Basil Oil

Servings1 cup

Ingredients

12ounces

olive oil

2ounces

basil,1 packed cup

Instructions

Remove basil leaves from stem

Place oil in pint mason jar

Carefully stuff basil into mason jar

Close with lid

Store on a sunny windowsill for 7 days

Use a funnel to strain oil and a spoon to smash leaves

Discard basil leaves

Transfer oil to a decorative jar

Store in a cool dry place for up to 1 month, or in the refrigerator for 6 months

Health Benefits of Basil
Basil is one of the healthiest herbs you’ll fi...

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